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Salary– DOE
Description
Insignia is looking to fill an immediate opening for an Environmental Inspector/Biological Monitor who will embody Insignia’s vision to be our clients’ most trusted partner, always delivering excellence with integrity. This position is full-time and can require working up to 12 hours per day for 5 to 6 days per week over a period of 5 months or more. The project includes working extensively in salt marsh habitat.
Job Description
- Conduct pre-construction surveys for sensitive and rare species, including California Ridgway’s rail (Rallus obsoletus obsoletus) and salt marsh harvest mouse (Reithrodontomys raviventris).
- Conduct fieldwork as needed to prepare deliverables including vegetation surveys, habitat assessments, and related studies.
- Perform construction monitoring and ensure compliance with environmental measures.
- Prepare written reports, letters, permit applications, training programs, and other deliverables as assigned.
- Coordinate production of materials with vendors.
- Deliver trainings and oral presentations.
- Review deliverables to ensure the highest level of quality.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree or higher in biology, ecology, botany, or a related science.
- Experience with the salt marsh harvest mouse.
- Experience with the California Ridgway’s rail.
- Experience with western snowy plover (Charadrius nivosus nivosus) and nesting bird surveys preferred.
- Previous experience conducting environmental inspections or biological monitoring.
- Working knowledge of regulations pertaining to environmental protection.
- Working knowledge of personal computers, including Microsoft Office.
Other
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Willingness and ability to travel when needed.
- Willingness and ability to work fluctuating and/or long hours as necessary.